1. Name
Date
English Class
Literary Mock Trial Notes
Witness Statement
Put your description of your witness, all background information, and what your
witness saw on the day of the crime here.

2. Direct Examination:
Make sure you list all the questions the lawyers on your side will ask. Then respond to
each in detail.
1. Question:
Answer:
2. Question:
Answer:
Cross Examination (optional, but encouraged):
Here you may write any cross examination questions that you think the opposing side
will ask you. This will help you prepare.
Evidence:
Please put your quotes and important page numbers here. This will act as support for
the facts you have stated in your witness statement. It will serve as a “bibliography”
for your research. You will not have to state quotes on the stand.